Beloved Restaurant in Portland Seeks Community Support Amid Struggles

Higgins in Portland asks locals to help keep the business running as changes in Downtown push it to the brink of closure.

Riya Singh
Written By Riya Singh
News Writer
Annesha
Edited By Annesha
Managing Editor
Owners of long-standing Portland restaurant request help from locals via social media (Source: Facebook @Higgins Restaurant)

For 30 years, Higgins has been a huge part of the Portland community. Facing mounting challenges, the restaurant’s owners are now turning to the community for support. Via social media, owners of the restaurant have requested assistance from the community to aid in keeping their doors open.

Highlights

  • Owners of Higgins in Portland turn to social media, requesting help from locals.
  • Declining business due to changes in Downtown has pushed the restaurant to the brink.
  • Locals are invited to make reservations so that the restaurant can continue serving.

Higgins in Portland Calls Out for Help

Higgins in Portland request help from community as business continues to fall
Carrying a 30-year-old legacy, Higgins has been the community’s beloved (Source: Facebook @Higgins Restaurant)

A beloved Downtown Portland restaurant has called for help. Known to be one of Portland’s highlights, Higgins has been a place that has served and attracted many. Unfortunately, it is now being pushed to the brink of closure due to the changes in recent years.

Like many Downtown businesses, Higgins has struggled to recover as foot traffic in the area continues to decline. With empty tables becoming more frequent, the owners are now reaching out for community support.

“We’ve never written a message like this before. But the truth is: our beloved restaurant is on the brink,” says the post. “If you have ever regretted not visiting a recently closed restaurant more, prior to closing, now is your chance.”

Chef Greg Higgins and co-owner Paul Mallory shared their plight with the community via social media. Downtown Portland has seen major shifts in recent years, affecting nearby businesses, including Higgins. As the restaurant hangs by a thread, they have turned to social media to connect and get assistance.

Requests Locals to Make a Reservation

Higgins in Portland request help from community as business continues to fall
James Beard quality menu keeps amazing people for three decades (Source: Instagram @higginspdx)

After 30 fulfilling years, the restaurant has turned to the community for help. Now, the team is hoping the community will rally behind the restaurant to keep its legacy going. The social media post calls out for everyone who has created memories or shared a meal at the restaurant.

“We’re proud of what we’ve built over 30 years. But unless things change, we may have to say goodbye,” says the post. “If you’ve ever loved a meal here or felt at home within these walls, please: bring friends. Make a reservation. Come help us stay open.”

Each reservation can help sustain the restaurant’s future. With three decades behind it, the restaurant is looking ahead, hoping to continue creating memories for years to come. For locals, this place has been an unforgettable memory, so now it is in their hands to keep this place alive. Support Higgins by making a reservation and enjoying a meal at this cherished Portland eatery.

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Riya Singh is a writer, editor, and poet with a background in literature and journalism. She has the passion and knowledge to create content tailored to this niche, with a strong interest in the intersections of psychology, storytelling, and human behavior.
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